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Description
Are you passionate about fostering an inclusive, high-performing workforce?
Do you have the expertise to lead strategic recruitment, workforce planning, and employee development initiatives?
If so, we invite you to apply for the role of Talent Acquisition Specialist with the Department of Parks and Recreation, Prince George’s County.
As the Talent Acquisition Specialist, you will play a critical role in shaping the department’s workforce strategy. This position is responsible for leading full-cycle recruitment efforts, strengthening onboarding and retention initiatives, and implementing innovative, data-driven human resources solutions.
Your expertise in talent acquisition, workforce analytics, and training program development will directly contribute to the department’s long-term sustainability and organizational effectiveness. This is an exciting opportunity for a strategic, results-driven HR professional to make a meaningful impact within a mission-driven organization.
Examples of Important Duties
Talent Acquisition & Workforce Planning
- Lead full-cycle recruitment, including sourcing, screening, interviewing, and selection
- Develop workforce planning strategies to address staffing needs and skills gaps
- Partner with hiring managers to define role competencies and streamline hiring processes
- Analyze labor market trends and departmental staffing data to inform recruitment strategies
- Negotiate salary offers while maintaining internal equity
Organizational Development & Training
- Design and manage leadership development and succession planning initiatives
- Lead onboarding programs to improve new-hire retention and engagement
- Conduct recruitment and hiring best-practice training for hiring managers
- Implement mentorship programs and career progression frameworks
- Support performance management and coaching initiatives
Employer Branding & Talent Engagement
- Enhance employer branding through strategic recruitment marketing
- Develop internship and early-career talent pipelines
- Oversee employee referral programs
- Monitor competitor hiring practices and labor market trends
HR Compliance & Process Improvement
- Conduct HR risk assessments and ensure compliance with hiring regulations
- Lead recruitment process improvements to increase efficiency
- Utilize workforce analytics to support data-informed hiring decisions.
- Stay current on HR technology trends and best practices
Success Metrics
- Vacancies filled within established hiring timelines
- Quality of hires measured by retention and performance outcomes
- Increased internal mobility and employee career progression
- Compliance with hiring policies and HR best practices
- Effectiveness of employer branding and recruitment outreach
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resource Management, Finance, Business or any related field.
- Two (2) years of progressively responsible experience in human resource management, finance or any other related field of business administration.
- An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted, which together total 6 years.
Preferred Qualifications
- HR or recruitment certifications (SHRM-CP, PHR, AIRS, LinkedIn Certified Recruiter)
- Experience with NeoGov and Airtable
- Proficiency in workforce planning models and HR data visualization
- Strong expertise in sourcing strategies, digital recruitment marketing, and employer branding
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
- Excellent stakeholder management and change leadership skills
Supplemental Information
Classification Specification: Administrative Specialist II
May be subject to medical, drug and alcohol testing.
Why Join Us?
This role offers a unique opportunity to:
- Lead department-wide workforce initiatives
- Collaborate with leadership on strategic HR planning
- Drive meaningful organizational change
- Support the development of a diverse, talented, and engaged workforce
DIVERSITY STATEMENT:
The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate a workplace culture of diversity, equity and inclusion without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity, or any other non-merit factor.
Applicants with Disabilities under the Americans with Disabilities Act.
If you require accommodations or special arrangements due to a qualifying disability, please notify the Recruitment & Selections Services Unit at the time of application at 301-454-1411 (Maryland Relay 7-1-1). M-NCPPC will make every effort to reasonably accommodate you.
Join us in shaping the future of the Department of Parks and Recreation, Prince George’s County. Apply today and help build a workforce that reflects excellence, equity, and community impact.